Category: Skin Cancer

Skin Cancer Screening and Treatment in Connecticut

Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) is primarily caused by prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or artificial sources like tanning beds. UV radiation damages the DNA in skin cells, particularly in areas frequently exposed to sunlight such as the face, neck, and arms.

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Early Detection Is Key To Effectively Treating Skin Cancers

As we head into 2022, we want to start the year with an important reminder – early detection is key to effectively treating skin cancers. Follow the ABCDEs for self examination and remember to book your annual body exam with your dermatologist. Our providers are trained in identifying skin cancers at their earliest stages – […]

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Dermatology Physicians of Connecticut Launches Complimentary Sunscreen Stations at Waterford Beach Park

New London, CT: Dermatology Physicians of Connecticut has partnered with the Waterford Parks & Recreation department to launch a complimentary sunscreen station at Waterford Beach Park. Beach goers will be able to help themselves to Raw Elements sunscreen, courtesy of Dermatology Physicians of Connecticut. Raw Elements is a broad-spectrum, non-nano zinc oxide, reef-safe sunscreen that […]

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Promising Melanoma Drug Receives Further FDA Approval

Melanoma is the scourge of skin diseases and by far the deadliest type of skin cancer. Although melanoma is rare overall – it accounts for fewer than one percent of all skin cancer cases – this disease is responsible for the great majority of skin cancer deaths. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, about 90,000 […]

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Skin Cancer Prevention: Sunscreen Fall & Winter

The leaves are falling and temperatures are dropping. This is a great time of year to get out and enjoy! Most people associate sun protection with a summer’s day at the beach, but it is equally important in Fall and Winter! The sun’s harmful UV rays are just as strong and damaging on cool and […]

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Skin Cancer Screening and Treatment

More people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year than with cancers of the breast, prostate, lung, and colon combined, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.

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Skin Cancer on the Rise

Skin cancer is on the rise in United States. That is why is is ever so important to be educated about this deadly disease. It is the most common form of cancer and of all cancers in the U.S., 50% are skin cancer.

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Shining Light On Skin Cancer

It’s a well publicized fact that getting too much sun could cause skin cancer. But do you really understand the truth about skin cancer? This infographic from the folks at ReuseThisBag.com provides information about skin cancer and the effects of sun exposure – both good and bad.

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Cancer’s Gifts with Love & Hope

When Bob Heffernan walked into my office six years ago with a little bump on the top of his head, he figured it was a pimple. Bob wasn’t a big sun worshipper. He came to me for yearly mole checks. But he hadn’t given the spot much thought—partly, perhaps, it wasn’t staring him in the […]

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